September 2 - 8, 2012

A marinated roast beef that is grilled to perfection. This is an easy way to prepare a roast for dinner any night of the week. The simple marinate allows the true flavor of the beef roast to come through.

Crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these potatoes will be a hit in your household. Forget about the frozen potatoes and take a few extra minutes to make your own. Peeled or unpeeled, either way is delicious.

The combination of Parmesan and chili powder gives a spicy flare to this sweet corn. The grilled flavor is the perfect finishing touch to this corn on the cob recipe. For tips and advice on how to grill corn on the cob see How to Prepare and Cook Sweet Corn.

Nothing warms up your house than with a fruit crisp in the oven. Why not try one tonight? Surprise someone with this warm dessert and serve it with a large scoop of ice cream. You can use peaches, apples or plums.

First cooked in beer and onions, these grilled brats get a boost of flavor. The added sauerkraut and onions are just what a true brats lover likes for their ultimate beer brats.

It's worth the time and ingredients for all of the flavor this potato salad provides. It's a great addition for a summer picnic or barbeque.

The savory aroma of these traditional baked beans, prepared with molasses, brown sugar, and bits of bacon, will whet the appetite—and the flavor will cause them to disappear.

Cheesy beef burritos filled with beans and chilies and topped with a creamy sauce. This recipe is perfect to make in advance and have in the refrigerator when ready to bake.

Wonderful side dish for a Mexican buffet or outdoor barbecue. A great alternative to stuffing on Thanksgiving.

Among dessert recipes, this one takes its place as one of the most inventive. With a few simple ingredients, you can quickly prepare these tasty fruit-filled enchiladas that pair so well with a scoop of vanilla ice cream.

Roll up those delicious bacon, lettuce and tomatoes in a flour tortilla with some added cheese. You'll never miss the bread and its the perfect quick meal when its hot outside.

Cucumbers, peppers, and celery give this macaroni salad a nice crunchy texture. A nice summer salad to make when your cucumbers and green peppers are plentiful.

This is how you make great southern sweet iced tea.

An easy-to-make chicken salad with a combination of layers that include pasta, eggs, and lettuce. The layers create a tasty salad that can be enjoyed as a light meal or served as a nice side dish.

Super simple garlic toast that goes great with lasagna, spaghetti, chili, salads, and much more. It only takes three ingredients to make this tasty toasted garlic bread.

These cookies are filled with everything that is good! Coconut, chocolate, toffee, oatmeal...you name it, this cookie has it. I bet you can't eat just one! These cookies freeze great, too.

A simple and easy sloppy joe. Seasoned with just the right amounts to make it perk up your tastebuds. Serve these up on some soft buns with beans and potato chips.

Similar to a traditional Ramen noodle coleslaw, this slaw also includes golden raisins and broccoli to give it a tangy flavor with a bit of crunch.

Are you looking for a twist to your grilled chicken? Try these kabobs and you'll be thrilled you did. The chicken and vegetables are filled with an Asian flavor. Perfect for your next summer get-together. Get your guests involved and have them help to make the skewers.

This baked version creates less work than the constant stirring of traditional rissotto. The result is still the creamy and delicious risotto with added time to relax or spend on the rest of the meal. Try any of the variations listed below to suit your preferences for added taste and color.

A delightful mixture of pudding, Oreos and whipped topping that can be served as a salad or dessert. If serving to kids, this dish will disappear in a hurry.

Made with a graham cracker crust or a regular pie crust, this delicious creamy banana pie will be enjoyed by all. If you prefer your pie without meringue on top, this is the perfect cream pie for you. For another great pie, try our Coconut Cream Pie recipe.